Celebrate the birth of Christ at the Mesa, Arizona Temple Gardens this Christmas season. As you thrill to the sounds and sights of the holidays, we invite you, your family and friends to enjoy: hundreds of thousands of colorful lights; uniquely illuminated palm trees and flower gardens; an inspiring nativity scene, a display of Mary and Joseph on their way to Bethlehem; recorded messages in English and Spanish; nightly stage performances by local choirs and groups and a modern Visitor's Center open to all.

This spectacular annual display, provided by volunteers, is free of charge each evening of the holiday season.

The Temple and Visitor's Center are located at 525 E. Main St (East of Mesa Drive)

Make 2010 the most memorable Christmas ever! Ride The Polar Express on Christmas Eve - just like the book! Experience the magical journey on the night that it actually takes place in the book and movie.

Plus, guests of this special departure will receive extra-special gifts from Santa, such as a unique commemorative bell and other presents, that can only be received on "The Christmas Eve Limited".

This will be the 61st year for the Winterhaven Festival of Lights – one of the longest running festivals of its kind in the country. The Festival of Lights celebrates the holiday season in Tucson and is visited by hundreds of thousands of people from all over southern Arizona. Moreover, the Festival is one the most important events for the Community Food Bank in Tucson. In 2009, over $23,000 and 33,000 pounds of food were donated to the Food Bank through the Festival.

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